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Title Examiner/Abstractor

Abilene, TX

Full Time

Mid Level

Coates is seeking an experienced tech-savvy Title Examiner/Abstractor for work in the Central to Western Texas area. The successful candidate will be well-versed in digital workflows, online title searches, and proven experience in surface title for right of way acquisition.

Overview of Duties:

Determines from county records the current ownership and legal description of land required for a project

Searches property records for conveyances, liens and other instruments

Plots the legal descriptions, including metes and bounds

Compiles complete abstract of title from patent to current date

Identifies title defects and reports these to Field Right of Way Supervisor or client’s legal counsel

Prepares final report of all records compiled showing title to property and effects of liens and encumbrances on titles

Obtains and reviews title information and checks accuracy of legal descriptions against maps

Specialized knowledge/education preferred:

Knowledge of land and right of way easement documentation

Experience with Texas title preferred

Training conducted by authorized title company

Detailed knowledge of researching public courthouse records

Ability to compile and prepare chains of title, make abstracts of title with summaries of all matters and instruments of record

Title Examiner/Abstractor's are preferred to have training or proven experience in title research, including specialized title training schools, abstract companies, the International Right of Way Association and some universities. They must be able to work independently and make decisions regarding the quality, amount and accuracy of the information they are researching as well as deciding what method is the most efficient and economical to produce the necessary information.

Title Examiner/Abstractor's employed by Coates usually have been employed by title companies, county offices or real estate companies. They are required to have several years of experience and pass a test that measures their competence.

Title Examiner/Abstractor's must have a highly developed skill in analyzing, interpreting, and assimilating complex information from sources ranging from sophisticated electronic systems to handwritten records that date back to the Patent/Sovereignty. They must also be able to adhere to deadlines, travel to remote locations, learn different courthouse systems and maintain detailed records. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Benefits offered. Coates is an EOE.

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